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San Nicolás Quiriceo, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

San Nicolás Quiriceo is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 649. Elevation: 5,653 ft (1,723 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

649 Population 2/sq mi density
5,653 ft Elevation 1,723 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
13.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population649
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation5,653 ft (1,723 m)
Population649
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,653 ft (1,723 m)
Coordinates20.4539°, -101.2871°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation13.0 inches (330 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Nicolás Quiriceo

San Nicolás Quiriceo is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 649. The city sits at an elevation of 5,653 feet (1,723 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: San Nicolás Quiriceo vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Nicolás Quiriceo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,653 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,653 ft (1,723 m)
Area334.6 sq mi (866.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates20.4539°N, 101.2871°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.0"
66% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.22"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Mar 15, 2023.

Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 141 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 150 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 144 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 70 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 130 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 81 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 137 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 146 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 145 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 42 km
May 9, 2003 3 km SSE of J. Jesús Díaz Tzirio, Mexico M3.8 140 km
Nov 15, 2000 9 km SSE of Carapán, Mexico M3.8 105 km
Oct 7, 1999 4 km SSE of Queréndaro, Mexico M3.8 87 km
May 28, 2008 2 km NE of Rincón de Curungueo, Mexico M3.7 146 km
Aug 24, 2002 0 km S of Tingüindín, Mexico M3.7 148 km
Jun 4, 2000 0 km ESE of Tepetongo, Mexico M3.7 136 km
Feb 6, 2008 1 km NW of Concepción la Venta, Mexico M3.7 144 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 123 km
Jan 17, 2008 4 km NE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M3.7 144 km
Apr 12, 2003 4 km NNE of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M3.6 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Rick (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Rick Category 2 232 km
1996 Alma Category 2 297 km
1996 Boris Category 1 217 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (83 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 83 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 160 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in
February 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in
July 71°F (22°C) 6.2 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 6.1 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
October 65°F (19°C) 1.8 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest

San Nicolás Quiriceo has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 60°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.2") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near San Nicolás Quiriceo

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FIESTA MEXICANA 92.9 (Salvatierra) - 92.9 FM - XHFAC-FM - Radiorama Bajío - Salvatierra, Guanajuato 92.9 fm, entretenimiento MP3
RADIO LOBO 106.3 (Irapuato) - 106.3 FM - XHITO-FM - Grupo Radar - Irapuato, Guanajuato 106.3 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
LA PERRONA 92.5 (Irapuato) - 92.5 FM - XHSAG-FM - Grupo El Salmantino - Irapuato, Guanajuato 92.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
STEREO CRISTAL 96.7 (Celaya) - 96.7 FM - XHY-FM - Grupo Radar - Celaya, Guanajuato 96.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
EL Y ELLA 103.7 (Celaya) - 103.7 FM - XHCEL-FM - Corporación Bajío Comunicaciones - Celaya, Guanajuato 103.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
W RADIO 107.9 (Irapuato) - 107.9 FM - XHWE-FM - Radio Grupo Antonio Contreras - Irapuato, Guanajuato 107.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Imagen Radio news MP3 48 kbps
ARROBA FM 99.5 (Celaya) - 99.5 FM - XHAF-FM - Radiorama Celaya - Celaya, Guanajuato MP3
EXA FM 104.5 (Celaya) - 104.5 FM - XHZN-FM - TVR Comunicaciones - Celaya, Guanajuato 104.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
radio alegria moroleon MP3 96 kbps
Love - 90.1 FM [Chihuahua, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 96 kbps
EXA FM 93.5 (Irapuato) - 93.5 FM - XHNY-FM - Irapuato, Guanajuato 93.5 fm, américa AAC+ 128 kbps
RADAR 94.3 (Irapuato) - 94.3 FM - XHJTA-FM - Grupo Radar - Irapuato, Guanajuato 94.3 fm, contemporary hits radio AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in San Nicolás Quiriceo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Galería Bicentenario
Museo Hidalgo
Museo Municipal
Museo Municipal

Libraries in San Nicolás Quiriceo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Jaime Torres Bodet0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Lorenia Escárcega0.0
CEDE Pueblo Nuevo0.0
José Pérez Chowell0.0
José Pérez Chowell0.0

Farmers Markets in San Nicolás Quiriceo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Benito Juárez
Benito Juárez
Central de Abastos de Irapuato
Miguel Hidalgo
Miguel Hidalgo

Breweries in San Nicolás Quiriceo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Tiendita

Stadiums & Teams in San Nicolás Quiriceo

TeamLeagueDivision
Estadio Sergio León Chávez
Plaza de toros

Airports Near San Nicolás Quiriceo

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Guanajuato International AirportBJXLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Aeródromo de Campo CortésSmall Airport
Aeródromo de San Miguel de AllendeSmall Airport
Aeródromo del Rancho Medio SitioSmall Airport
Aeródromo El TepozánSmall Airport
Aeródromo SofíaSmall Airport
Estación Aérea Nº6 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Campo Militar 16-A Irapuato)Small Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal AirportSmall Airport
La Piedad AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in San Nicolás Quiriceo

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CAISES Abasolo
IMSS
ISSSTE

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About San Nicolás Quiriceo

What is the population of San Nicolás Quiriceo?

San Nicolás Quiriceo has a population of 649 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 334.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Nicolás Quiriceo?

San Nicolás Quiriceo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches.

How is the job market in San Nicolás Quiriceo?

The job market in San Nicolás Quiriceo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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